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Bacon Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The smell of delicious bacon fills the air before our facility even comes into view. Here we use the latest technology to make pre-cooked bacon of all shapes and sizes for some of your favorite ...

The smell of delicious bacon fills the air before our facility even comes into view. Here we use the latest technology to make pre-cooked bacon of all shapes and sizes for some of your favorite ...

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What is a bacon job?

A Bacon job refers to gig-based work opportunities available through the Bacon app, which connects businesses with temporary workers. These jobs range across various industries, including warehouse work, catering, and event staffing. Workers can choose shifts that fit their schedule and get paid quickly after completing them. Bacon provides flexibility for those looking to earn extra income without committing to a full-time position.

What are some common challenges faced by bacon production workers in a food processing facility?

Bacon production workers often face challenges such as maintaining strict hygiene standards, working in cold environments, and adhering to precise safety protocols to ensure product quality and personal safety. The role typically requires standing for extended periods and operating specialized machinery as part of a team. Collaboration with quality control, packaging, and logistics departments is essential to ensure the final product meets regulatory and consumer expectations. Overcoming these challenges helps workers develop valuable skills in food safety, teamwork, and process improvement.

What is the difference between Bacon vs Butcher?

AspectBaconButcher
Required CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary knowledgeMeat cutting certification, food safety training
Work EnvironmentKitchen, food processing facilitiesButcher shops, meat processing plants
Employer & IndustryGrocery stores, restaurants, meat suppliersButcher shops, meat processing companies
Common Search & ComparisonCooking, food preparation, specialty meatsMeat cutting, meat preparation, butchery skills

While both Bacon and Butcher roles involve working with meat, Bacon typically refers to a culinary product and may involve preparation and cooking, whereas Butcher is a profession focused on meat cutting, processing, and butchery skills. The roles overlap in food safety and meat handling but differ in focus and work environment.

Infographic showing various Bacon job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Onward Technologies, Inc.

Oakland, IA • On-site

Other

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Title: Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Location:Oakland, Iowa
For this position, sponsorship would not be available now or in the future.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for managing all aspects of the production and manufacture of either smoked and molded slabs of bacon logs into either fully cooked circular or strip bacon or raw sliced bacon.
MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
(Essential duties for which this position is responsible.)
  • Plan and schedule department work; utilize employees, equipment and material in order to produce quality products.
  • Estimate manpower requirements and select qualified employees to perform necessary work.
  • Assign employees to jobs and instruct them in the proper procedures that will ensure quality, safety and efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with all established employee policies.Initiate discipline measures as required
  • Document and maintain records on all employees relating to discipline, promotion and attendance
  • Recommend improvements and modifications in the organization, procedures, policies, standards and methods in order to improve the system.
  • Prepare reports concerning departmental activities and complete daily paperwork accurately.
  • Train crew leaders to assume supervisory position in the event of absence or promotion
  • Create an environment without fear that promotes creativity and process improvement
  • Work closely with the Plant Manager to ensure that production schedules are met, quality exceeds customer expectation and all HACCP and safety regulations are followed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Must have Production Supervisory Experience
  • Must have Food Industry Experience (Meat Industry is essential if we can find)
  • Must be able to perform within a manufacturing environment and able to work in both a cold and warm environment
  • Plan and schedule department work; and must work with Plant Manager to ensure production schedules are met
  • HACCP and safety regulation experience
  • USDA experience highly preferred
  • Train employees to ensure top level performance from the team

If you wish to review our other job opportunities, please go to our careers page: http://www.onwardgroup.com/careers/zoho-submit-resume/
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Onward Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer.We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits promotions, training, termination or any other condition of employment or career development.All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected status.